Brita 42558 Aqualux Water Pitcher
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Brita 42558 Aqualux Water Pitcher
Customer Review: Brita 42558 5 cup
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this Brita water pitcher last month and I am happy with it. For a one or two person household it is fine, if you get in the habit of immediately refilling the tank with water to be filtered. I use the water where it will only be ingested into my body. A faucet application is another approach, that way you don't have to remember to fill the pitcher, but if you don't switch the device off, for water you don't need filtered (washing dishes for example) then it's a waste of filters and Brita is in the filter bussines just like companys that make printers are in the ink cardridge bussiness. If we only used what we needed and paid for what we use; think what that could do for our budget. So far it's eliminated having to make a trip to the water station and poke quarters into a machine for water I am not sure of anyway. My father used to tell me (50 years ago) that no one will believe there is a water shortage, until they turn the faucet on and nothing comes out and they still won't; not until their tongue is dried out, cracked, swollen and bleeding and they can't swallow. Sorry, I suffer from A.D.D. I'll get off my soap box now.Customer Review: A Must-Have for every home!
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't typically write reviews, especially for something as mundane as a water filter, but I love my Brita pitcher so much, that it's worth writing one.
I bought mine last fall on a whim, right after I moved into my first apartment. At my parents and in the dorms I always just drank bottled water, but I try to be environmentally friendly, and I was also constantly running out of water. It was definitely the best impulse buy I've ever made.
First of all, the water is delicious. I'm a bit picky when it comes to my water, and I absolutely love the taste of this. Second, it's affordable. As long as you're careful, you're not going to break the pitcher, and the filters only have to be changed every other month. If you buy them in multi-packs, you'll save a lot of money, and trips to the store.
I bought a nifty metal water bottle, and I make sure to refill it with fresh, cold water throughout the day. Not only is my health benefitting, but I don't have a ton of empty plastic bottles lying around. I can not recommend Brita products enough. Absolutely worth the investment.
Customer Review: Not sure what all the complaints are about
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had this pitcher for about a week now and it's fine. I see a lot of people complaining about the lid and spilling, but I couldn't duplicate those problems even if I tried.
The pitcher comes with 1 filter - make sure you read the directions before using (soak the filter in water for 15 minutes, clean, etc). Very simple setup, but important in order for your filter to work properly.
Not a huge capacity pitcher, but I mostly use the water to fill my Saeco espresso machine so the size is perfect. I can definitely taste a difference in the water- the espresso tastes better (perhaps that's just my imagination?), but on its own I prefer the taste of good old Chicago tap water to the Brita water, but they're both good.
Overall a good value if you're looking for a water pitcher. I did my research and this model rated highest with Consumer reports - if you're debating between Britas buy the Aqualux over the cheaper models - this removes more of the harmful chemicals than the other.
Customer Review: Great tasting water, improved design compared to previous models
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been using Brita water pitchers for a few years and I am a big fan of it. The taste of the water is very nice. It eliminates the need to buy dozens of bottled water every month and it helps the environment because it reduces the waste made from the plastic bottles. The previous pitcher that I have been using was poorly designed, but this pitcher is very much improved from the older ones. It's silm shape fits better in the fridge and the lid doesn't fall off when you pour, which happend quite frequently with the older model. The smaller lid is my favorite feature of this pitcher which makes filling it so easy. The electric timer is a TIMER, not a SENSOR. You reset the timer when you change the filter and the timer will count down 2 months, which is the usual lifespan of the filter.
Over all, a very nice water filtering pitcher. If you're sick of the plastic water bottles I would definitely recomend this product. Plus helps keep the environment clean!
Customer Review: Functional Design, Great tasting water
Summary: 5 Stars
I have purchased the previous models of the Brita pitchers and there has always been an issue with the design. Not this time. They have finally come out with a style that really works.
Pros:
1. Non-slip grip on the Handle
2. A Knob you can press to open the port to fill with water. I previously had to remove the top to fill it with water.
3. The spout has a cover that only opens when you pour.
4. Filter replacement reminder.
5. The water does taste better than tap or bottled spring water.
6. It removes almost all the contaminants.
7. Slim design. Easilty fits in the fridge.
Cons:
1. Before you can use a new filter, you have to leave the filter submerged in water for 15 minutes, then you have to rinse it out. Then you have to fill it up twice, and throw the water away. Just a little tedious.
Summary:
Nice new design and it really cleans the water very well.